The latest articles by David Webb

  • Update Facebook account to a new version: change modes

    With a new design and a dark mode option, the web version of Facebook is keeping with the times and getting a facelift too! Even though it's not yet official, some lucky users can already activate this new interface. In this article, we'll show you how to do just that.

  • Create a Facebook avatar: Android, desktop, iPhone

    Facebook is constantly adding to its already extensive list of features, one of the latest is its personalised avatars. You can create an avatar that looks just like you and use it in comments and Messenger chats. If this appeals to you, it is very simple to set up and works for both Android and iOS mobile devices. In this article we will show you how to create your own Facebook Avatar!

  • Insert symbols and special characters in Word

    Although it may not be entirely obvious, Microsoft Word offers quite an extensive library of symbols (such as copyright signs and fractions) and special characters (such as the em dash and the ellipsis) for your use. This article will show you where to find these options and explain how to insert these characters into your document.

  • How to stop Safari from opening web downloads

    Safari automatically opens downloaded files it considers as Safe. It may include compressed files, PDF, pictures, videos, and other type of files downloaded from trusted sources. But sometimes, the so-called safe files may contain viruses or malware. You might want to turn off this feature (enabled by default) for your own good. It can be done from Safari's preferences or through a simple terminal command.

  • Steam privacy settings: 2022

    There are a number of ways that you can improve your privacy as you use Steam. This can be as simple as clearing cookies from Steam's browser, preventing Steam from saving your personal details or changing the privacy setting of the inventory. This article will show you how to do all of this.

  • How to enable Wi-Fi on Samsung Galaxy tablet

    The Samsung Galaxy Tab is a great device but some users may face difficulty when trying to connect to Wi-Fi. If you're looking to enable the internet connectivity via Wi-Fi on your Galaxy Tab, then they will need to initially enable the Wi-Fi connectivity feature on their Samsung Galaxy Tab from the home screen option. Follow the steps below to help you surf the web on your Samsung Galaxy Tab.

  • How to improve battery life: iPhone, Android

    Smartphone batteries lose their power over time and become less efficient. In this article we will explain the factors that affect battery life and we will give you some advice that will help you to improve your smartphone's battery performance.

  • Restore Google Photos: backup, to phone, to gallery

    This tutorial will walk you through how to recover any photo or video files that may have been accidentally deleted from your Google Photos library. Note that any files that have been deleted may be recovered using this method for up to 60 days.